Spotify Launches Running Mode With Customizable Playlists and Coaching

Jul 30, 2026 · 5:53 PM UTC ·3 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 2 views

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Tech > Services & Software > Mobile Apps Spotify Launches Running Mode With Customizable Playlists and Coaching The company’s latest fitness feature is designed to keep runners moving with a tailored audio experience. Spotify Whether you’re training for a marathon or heading out for a quick jog, Spotify wants to help create a soundtrack for your run. On Thursday, the company announced Running Mode, a new fitness feature that lets users tailor playlists based on their run type, length and how much coaching input they want.

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▪Tech > Services & Software > Mobile Apps Spotify Launches Running Mode With Customizable Playlists and Coaching The company’s latest fitness feature is designed to keep runners moving with a tailored audio experience.
▪Spotify Whether you’re training for a marathon or heading out for a quick jog, Spotify wants to help create a soundtrack for your run.
▪On Thursday, the company announced Running Mode, a new fitness feature that lets users tailor playlists based on their run type, length and how much coaching input they want.

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▪ Spotify adds a running mode to its app — TechCrunch
▪ Spotify Just Launched a New Running Mode, and I'm Surprised How Much I Love It — Lifehacker

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Tech > Services & Software > Mobile Apps Spotify Launches Running Mode With Customizable Playlists and Coaching The company’s latest fitness feature is designed to keep runners moving with a tailored audio experience. Corin Cesaric-Epple Editor Corin Cesaric-Epple is an Editor at CNET covering home and kitchen tech and meal kits, and reporting regularly on artificial intelligence.… Read full bio Corin Cesaric-Epple Editor Read full bio July 30, 2026, 1:53 pm ET 1 min read Spotify wants to provide a customized musical list for your next run. Spotify Whether you’re training for a marathon or heading out for a quick jog, Spotify wants to help create a soundtrack for your run.

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